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Now that I've had time to play around with this watch I've discovered something remarkable...
The straps included in the kit are every bit as sweet as the watch on bracelet itself.
I feel that they deserve their own review, so here goes:
First, the leather: This cowhide wrap-around is a full 4.5 mm thick. Yet, it's supple and buttery soft. The pebble-grained finish perfectly complements the finish on the dial, and the white top-stitching beautifully ties into the bezel. On the wrist it stays in place without too much cinching and is a joy to wear.
And now, the nylon NATO/Zulu: I probably have less that ten NATOs in the collection. Of the ten, this one is unquestionably the nicest. It's heavy, beautifully finished, and honestly wears like a leather. The SS keepers are beautifully finished, and the tongue slips through the lug-screw pins without slop. Again, and in person, the color is a great fit with the dial.
These 24mm straps share a high degree of quality, comfort and family appearance. Add the bracelet and you have a combo of non-tapering mountings that is every bit the equal of the watch itself! The more that I'm exposed to this timepiece and its accessories, the more I like it!
And as always... Thanks for lookin', WiTs!!!
The straps included in the kit are every bit as sweet as the watch on bracelet itself.
I feel that they deserve their own review, so here goes:
First, the leather: This cowhide wrap-around is a full 4.5 mm thick. Yet, it's supple and buttery soft. The pebble-grained finish perfectly complements the finish on the dial, and the white top-stitching beautifully ties into the bezel. On the wrist it stays in place without too much cinching and is a joy to wear.
And now, the nylon NATO/Zulu: I probably have less that ten NATOs in the collection. Of the ten, this one is unquestionably the nicest. It's heavy, beautifully finished, and honestly wears like a leather. The SS keepers are beautifully finished, and the tongue slips through the lug-screw pins without slop. Again, and in person, the color is a great fit with the dial.
These 24mm straps share a high degree of quality, comfort and family appearance. Add the bracelet and you have a combo of non-tapering mountings that is every bit the equal of the watch itself! The more that I'm exposed to this timepiece and its accessories, the more I like it!
And as always... Thanks for lookin', WiTs!!!